Volleyball squad earns 3rd place at Yreka tourney

The Del Norte High volleyball team crammed in a lot of games on Saturday.

Taking part in a 10-team tournament in Yreka, the Warriors came out with a third place finish.

The junior varsity team also fared well, taking second at the JV tournament in Yreka.

Head varsity coach Meagan Curtis said the tournament was a great team building experience that gave the squad a chance to see a variety of different team and styles, which is vital early in the season.

andquot;It was good to test our endurance,andquot; she said, adding the team began play at 9:30 a.m. and played in matches until past 7 p.m. andquot;It really tells you if your team is ready to do what they have to do.andquot;

She added that overall, she was pleased with her team's tenacity and coming back from a few sluggish games to claim third.

The Warriors opened up play this season on Wednesday, downing Brookings-Harbor in five matches at home.